Post Archive
Proposed NZ Food Bill 'ridiculous', says industry leader
A proposed New Zealand Food Bill threatens to raise grower costs by doubling up on quality assurance programs.
August 10 , 2011
Argentina: Frosts could affect next year's citrus quality
Frosts in Argentina look set to have significant flow-on effects for next year's citrus production.
August 09 , 2011
South Africa revises Valencia orange estimates
South African citrus packers and exporters have had to make 'critical' decisions this year.
August 08 , 2011
Brazilian banana region under water
More than 13,000 hectares of Brazilian banana farms are under water following floods.
August 05 , 2011
Ecuador's banana industry calls for govt loans
Ecuador's banana industry has requested the government declare a state of emergency for the sector.
August 05 , 2011
Mexican dragonfruit, pomegranates pass U.S. tests
A U.S. risk analysis has found irradiated Mexican pomegranates and dragonfruit should be allowed into the market.
August 04 , 2011
Mini 'crop copter' to cut costs for SH growers
A mini helicopter monitoring technology could change the face of horticulture management.
August 04 , 2011
Market Pulse week 30 — 2011
Good sales pace was registered for Royal Gala apples in the U.S. in week 30 but with low availability.
August 03 , 2011
African avocado exports to Europe down 20.5%
Africa's two key avocado-exporting countries have recorded a combined 20.5% year-on-year fall in shipments to Europe in the season to week 30.
August 03 , 2011
Frosts to trigger Chilean crop conversion
Frosts in Chile have led many citrus producers to consider changing their crops completely.
August 03 , 2011
